2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | SL | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
