Volkswagen EOS 2011 vs Mercedes SLK 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
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Mercedes SLK is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen EOS engine produces 3 HP less power than Mercedes SLK, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen EOS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 | 8.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.2 l/100km | 8.3 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen EOS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen EOS consumes 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes SLK, which means that by driving the Volkswagen EOS over 15,000 km in a year you can save 285 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen EOS consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes SLK. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 800 km in combined cycle | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| 760 km with real consumption | 840 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: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| 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 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: | 4.42 m | 4.09 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.30 m | |
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Volkswagen EOS is larger. Volkswagen EOS is 33 cm longer than the Mercedes SLK, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen EOS is 14 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 205 litres | 208 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
380 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen EOS is 0.4 metres more than that of the Mercedes SLK, which means Volkswagen EOS can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`950 kg | 1`705 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`526 kg | 1`315 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 424 kg | 390 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | Volkswagen EOS has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mercedes SLK has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than Volkswagen EOS, so Volkswagen EOS quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 6800 | 8200 | |
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