2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2013 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SLK | C30 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 8 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4146 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2006 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
