2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SL | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |