2006 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. (604 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. (590 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carrera GT | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
