2012 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Caddy and 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caddy | SLK |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
