2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (361 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |