2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Acura MDX

To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX 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 2013 Acura MDX
Make Mercedes-Benz Acura
Model SL MDX
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4582 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Height 1298 mm 1733 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 79 L


 

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