2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 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 385 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |