2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 494 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |
