2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (511 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLR McLaren | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4913 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |