2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TL | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
