2013 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz S and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Mercedes-Benz S 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model S SLK
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6000 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 6 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 613 HP 298 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 1001 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 12.0 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.4 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type CVT 4-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2275 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5252 mm 4134 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 2006 mm
Vehicle Height 1488 mm 1303 mm
Wheelbase Size 3165 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17.4 L/100km 10.5 L/100km


 

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