2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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 (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2012 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | SLR McLaren | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 79 L |
