2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2003 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 431 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLR McLaren | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 781 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |