Mercedes SLK 2008 vs Volkswagen EOS 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes SLK) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volkswagen EOS) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes SLK is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes SLK engine produces 44 HP more power than Volkswagen EOS, but torque is 80 NM less than Volkswagen EOS. Thanks to more power Mercedes SLK reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.0 | 6.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen EOS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes SLK consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen EOS, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes SLK could require 285 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes SLK consumes 3.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen EOS. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 1180 km on highway | 1100 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 880 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volkswagen EOS) 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 2008 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 2008 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.10 m | 4.41 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.30 m | 1.44 m | |
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Mercedes SLK is smaller. Mercedes SLK is 31 cm shorter than the Volkswagen EOS, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes SLK is 14 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 208 litres | 205 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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| Mercedes SLK has 3 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen EOS. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes SLK is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volkswagen EOS, which means Mercedes SLK can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`705 | 2`010 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Mercedes SLK has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen EOS has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Mercedes SLK, so Mercedes SLK quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 13 000 | 5000 | |
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