2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. 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 (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | SLR McLaren | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 821 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |