2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 862 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SLK | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
