2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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 661 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 821 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 175 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 | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
