2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 447 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | SLR McLaren | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 781 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |