2007 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 930 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |