2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 330 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook will offer significantly more control. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | SLR McLaren | Outlook |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 83 L |