2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 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 418 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 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 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | SLK | A10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |
