2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2010 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Renault Espace | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SLK | Espace |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4102 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1793 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |