2011 Infiniti G25 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti G25 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G25 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
