2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
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 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Navara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |