2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SL | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
