2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Opel Zafira

To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2010 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 367 more horse power than 2010 Opel Zafira. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Zafira.

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, 2010 Opel Zafira, 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 (1,000 Nm) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 2010 Opel Zafira
Make Mercedes-Benz Opel
Model SL Zafira
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5980 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 605 HP 238 HP
Torque 1000 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 58 L