2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Colorado and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Colorado | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 97 L |