2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz G 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model G SL
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 5461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 292 HP 383 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 456 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 98 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 90.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 190 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2375 kg 1910 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.7 L/100km 12.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 80 L


 

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