2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 503 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SL | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 661 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |