2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2007 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 548 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.

Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Titan. (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Titan.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 2007 Nissan Titan
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model SLR McLaren Titan
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5439 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 618 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 781 Nm 523 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1768 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 20.9 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.5 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 106 L


 

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