2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2009 Renault Laguna 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 414 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna, 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SLR McLaren | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |