2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |