2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda DrifterX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda DrifterX would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DrifterX | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
