2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5438 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |