2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2003 Audi LeMans and 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeMans | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
