2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
