2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Audi RS4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi RS4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RS4 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |