2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 5 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover. (370 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover. (508 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SL | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1835 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2922 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |