2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 119 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4261 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 781 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 20.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |