2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP) has 407 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLR McLaren | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 780 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |