2010 Peugeot 3008 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2010 Peugeot 3008 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 3008. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 3008 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3008 | SL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4365 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1639 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2613 mm | 2560 mm |
