2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 362 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model SL C
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5513 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 830 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 219 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.5 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2045 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.3 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 62 L