2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SLR McLaren | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 174 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 Weight | 1825 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |