2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 357 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 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 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 2009 Toyota 4Runner
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model SLR McLaren 4Runner
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5439 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 618 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 780 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1825 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 87 L


 

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