2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Wrangler and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Wrangler | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |