2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 33 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
