2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 401 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
