1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SLK | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
