2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover. (311 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SL | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 104 L |