2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SL | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
