2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR4. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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 (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR4. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SL | LR4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |