2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLR McLaren | NV |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 821 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
