2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 8 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 243 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | SLR McLaren | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2909 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |