2010 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2010 Audi A5 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A5 | SL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |