2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 463 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 @ 2200 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | SL | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 661 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |