2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost. (563 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 702 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost. (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
Model | SLR McLaren | Ghost |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3294 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |