2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
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 Tiida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Tiida 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 383 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Tiida 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 Tiida | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Tiida |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |