2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2009 Seat Exeo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | SLK | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2642 mm |
