2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2010 Holden Calais were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2010 Holden Calais. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Calais.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Calais. (530 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Holden Calais | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | SL | Calais |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 344 HP |
Torque | 830 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |