2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SLK | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |