2005 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 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 310 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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2005 TVR T 350 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | TVR | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | T 350 | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4134 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |