2007 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S4 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 341 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |