2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | SLK | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
