2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2001 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.

Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

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