2011 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A5 | SL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
