2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 510 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SL | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.9 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 | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |