2005 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 465 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1570 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sunfire | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
