The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Automatic (05 - 08) vs. Mercedes SL 280 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09)
€ 78,600
€ 80,900
€ 78,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 80,900
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is 5.2 inches shorter, 0.9 inches wider and 2.8 inches lower than the Mercedes SL 280.
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 280
49.1
72.6
82.7
51.9
71.7
81.7
72.6 in
Width
71.7 in
82.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.7 in
49.1 in
Height
51.9 in
105.7
174.6
100.8
179.8
174.6 in
Length
179.8 in
105.7 in
Wheelbase
100.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 280
3384 lb
Curb Weight
4001 lb
3847 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4652 lb
Weight Difference:
617 lb
15.42 %
General
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 280
C6
Generation
R230
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 280
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
GM 6.0L Gen IV V8 Small Block
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 272
LS2
Engine Code
M 272.949
2
Valves
4
8
Cylinders
6
6 L / 294 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
398 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
228 hp
at 6000 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
398 hp
228 hp
Mercedes SL 280
403 lb‑ft
at 4400 rpm
Max. Torque
221 lb‑ft
at 2500 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
403 lb‑ft
221 lb‑ft
Mercedes SL 280
Performance
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 280
186 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
226 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
62 mph
62
mph
mph
354 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SL 280
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8.5 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
17.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
8.5 lb/hp
17.55 lb/hp
Mercedes SL 280
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 280
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
19 mpg
25 mpg
Mercedes SL 280
13 mpg
city
17 mpg
27 mpg
highway
34 mpg
18.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gal
345 mi
Range
529 mi
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
345 mi
529 mi
Mercedes SL 280
Environmental Impact
235 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
178.2 kWh
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
235 kWh
178.2 kWh
Mercedes SL 280
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
472 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
360 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 280
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
463 lb
Maximum Payload
650 lb
8.4 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
