2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |