2011 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 377 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | SLK |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |