2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. 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 417 more horse power than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SLR McLaren | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 821 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |