2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (604 HP) has 365 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 (1,000 Nm) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |