2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Audi RS4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RS4 | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |