2010 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz E and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | SLK |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2873 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |