2012 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SL | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
