2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |