2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | Viano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |