2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (361 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (500 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | SLK | Virage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
