2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | SL | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
