2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | SLK | Outlander |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4102 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |