2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 588 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |