2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | SL | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 616 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
