2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and 2010 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 2010 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford S-Max.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford S-Max. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SLR McLaren | S-Max |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 821 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |