2009 Ford Edge vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2009 Ford Edge and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Edge | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |