2011 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 484 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 SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | SLK |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4592 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |