2009 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
