2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | SLK | G25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
