2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. Both 2010 Buick LaCrosse and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 371 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LaCrosse | SLK |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
