2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Taurus X and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus X | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
