2012 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Luxgen |
Model | SL | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |