The Comparative Analysis :
KTM X-Bow GT (13 - 17) vs. Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster SPEEDSHIFT DCT (11 - 13)
€ 70,000
€ 195,200
€ 70,000
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 KTM X-Bow GT is substantially smaller in every dimension. It's 35.4 inches shorter, 0.9 inches narrower and 2.3 inches lower than the Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster.
KTM X-Bow GT
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
47.3
75.4
83.3
49.6
76.3
90.4
75.4 in
Width
76.3 in
83.3 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
90.4 in
47.3 in
Height
49.6 in
95.7
147.2
105.5
182.6
147.2 in
Length
182.6 in
95.7 in
Wheelbase
105.5 in
Vehicle Weight
KTM X-Bow GT
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
1907 lb
Curb Weight
3825 lb
4409 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4321 lb
Weight Difference:
1918 lb
50.14 %
General
KTM X-Bow GT
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
X-Bow
Generation
R197
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
KTM X-Bow GT
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 159
Engine Code
M 159.980
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
8
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
6.2 L / 303 cu in
281 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
563 hp
at 6800 rpm
KTM X-Bow GT
281 hp
563 hp
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
310 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Max. Torque
479 lb‑ft
at 4750 rpm
KTM X-Bow GT
310 lb‑ft
479 lb‑ft
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Performance
KTM X-Bow GT
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
144 mph
Maximum Speed
197 mph
4.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
3.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
187 ft
0.000 sec
KTM X-Bow GT
62 mph
62
mph
mph
174 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
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6.79 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
6.79 lb/hp
KTM X-Bow GT
6.79 lb/hp
6.79 lb/hp
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Fuel Economy / Emissions
KTM X-Bow GT
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Fuel Economy
28 mpg
combined
18 mpg
KTM X-Bow GT
28 mpg
18 mpg
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
No data
city
12 mpg
No data
highway
25 mpg
10.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gal
300 mi
Range
400 mi
KTM X-Bow GT
300 mi
400 mi
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Environmental Impact
157.2 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
KTM X-Bow GT
157.2 kWh
250.1 kWh
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
304 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
496 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
KTM X-Bow GT
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
0
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
2502 lb
Maximum Payload
496 lb
No data
Trunk Volume
5 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
