2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
