2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 390 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLR McLaren | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 781 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
