2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. 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 391 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | SL | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 661 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
