2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (328 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | SL | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 465 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |