2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLR McLaren | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
