2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
