2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 7 more horse power than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (503 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (625 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 Range Rover Sport. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | SL | Range Rover Sport |
| 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 | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 625 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 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.2 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 | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
