The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Automatic (08 - 13) vs. Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster SPEEDSHIFT DCT (11 - 13)
€ 78,600

€ 195,200

€ 78,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 195,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is considerably smaller in every dimension. It's 8 inches shorter, 3.7 inches narrower and 0.7 inches lower than the Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster.
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
49
72.6
82.7
49.6
76.3
90.4
72.6 in
Width
76.3 in
82.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
90.4 in
49 in
Height
49.6 in
105.7
174.6
105.5
182.6
174.6 in
Length
182.6 in
105.7 in
Wheelbase
105.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
3413 lb
Curb Weight
3825 lb
3920 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4321 lb

Weight Difference:
412 lb
10.77 %

General
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
C6
Generation
R197
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded

Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
GM 6.2L Gen IV V8 Small Block
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 159
LS3
Engine Code
M 159.980

2
Valves
4
8
Cylinders
8
6.2 L / 303 cu in
Displacement
6.2 L / 303 cu in
430 hp
at 5900 rpm
Power
563 hp
at 6800 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
430 hp
563 hp
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
424 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
479 lb‑ft
at 4750 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
424 lb‑ft
479 lb‑ft
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Performance
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
186 mph
Maximum Speed
197 mph
4.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
3.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
200 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
62 mph
62
mph
mph
174 ft
0.000 sec

Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
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7.94 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
6.79 lb/hp
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
7.94 lb/hp
6.79 lb/hp
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Fuel Economy
18 mpg
combined
18 mpg
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
18 mpg
18 mpg
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
12 mpg
city
12 mpg
26 mpg
highway
25 mpg
18 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gal
315 mi
Range
400 mi
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
315 mi
400 mi
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Environmental Impact
253.8 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
250.1 kWh
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
253.8 kWh
250.1 kWh
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
510 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
496 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
507 lb
Maximum Payload
496 lb
7.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
5 cu ft






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Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data