2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
