2008 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S60 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S60 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
