2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 93 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (470 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | SL | Camaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 569 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |