2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |