2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4134 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |