2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 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 242 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 816 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 104 L |
