2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Verada | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2066 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
