2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 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 418 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (200 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, 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.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLR McLaren | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |