2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 661 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLR McLaren | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |