2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5439 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 97 L |
