2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 13 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, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | SLK | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
