2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 316 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 151 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (461 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 E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLR McLaren | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 781 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
