2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 273 more horse power than 2010 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 238 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 781 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
