2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 436 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (1,000 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SL | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
