2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 362 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
