2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2009 Peugeot 307 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 533 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307.
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 Peugeot 307, 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 674 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | SLR McLaren | 307 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 821 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |