2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
