2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 438 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | SLR McLaren | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |