2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 331 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima, 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLR McLaren | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |