1997 Mazda MPV vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 2 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MPV | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 820 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |