2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |