2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 312 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | SLR McLaren | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
