2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | SL | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |