2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3498 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |