2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley State Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley State Limousine would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1622 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | State Limousine | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |