2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. 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 427 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SLR McLaren | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |