2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2009 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Volkswagen T5, 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 (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SL | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |