2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SLR McLaren | Fusion |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 66 L |