2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | SLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |