2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (503 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |