2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (229 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model SLK CLS
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 229 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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