2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |