2011 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2011 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | SL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |