2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (349 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |