2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2006 Morgan Aero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | SLK | Aero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |