2010 Fiat Sedici vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2010 Fiat Sedici 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2010 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Sedici. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Sedici | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sedici | SL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
