2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 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 SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | SLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 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 | 1505 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4102 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |