2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 Pontiac Torrent 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | SL | Torrent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |