2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 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 415 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Five Hundred | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 781 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 20.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |