2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SLK | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |