2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SL | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
