2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 5 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 5,980 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 316 more horse power than 2012 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | SL | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 616 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
