2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 315 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, 2012 Volvo XC60, 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 (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SLK | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4102 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
