2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2011 Mercedes-Benz C and 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | SLK |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |