2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Liberty | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 97 L |
