2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |