2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
