2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 509 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SLK | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |