2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 5,439 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 322 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | SLR McLaren | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |