2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 740 kg more than 2010 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 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz S 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model S SLK
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 829 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2245 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 5245 mm 4102 mm
Vehicle Width 1872 mm 1788 mm
Vehicle Height 1473 mm 1298 mm
Wheelbase Size 3165 mm 2431 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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