2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
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 Volvo V70, 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 (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SL | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
