Audi TT 2005 vs Mercedes SLK 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
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Audi TT is more dynamic to drive. Audi TT engine produces 27 HP more power than Mercedes SLK, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Audi TT reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 8.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.9 l/100km | 8.3 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes SLK is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Audi TT consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes SLK, which means that by driving the Audi TT over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Audi TT consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes SLK. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| 620 km with real consumption | 840 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes SLK gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi TT) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes SLK) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mercedes SLK 2004 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ... More about Mercedes SLK 2004 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.04 m | 4.09 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.35 m | 1.30 m | |
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Audi TT is smaller, but higher. Audi TT is 5 cm shorter than the Mercedes SLK, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Audi TT is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 220 litres | 208 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Audi TT has 12 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes SLK. The Mercedes SLK may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi TT is 0.5 metres less than that of the Mercedes SLK, which means Audi TT can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`640 | 1`705 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Mercedes SLK has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi TT, so Mercedes SLK quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 5200 | 7200 | |
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