2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 768 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SL | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
