2005 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
