2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2006 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | SL | ION |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |