2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Ford Maverick 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
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2006 Ford Maverick | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maverick | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |