2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 418 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SLR McLaren | Breeze |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 781 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |