2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RL | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |