The Comparative Analysis :
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster SPEEDSHIFT DCT (11 - 13) vs. Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Automatic (08 - 13)
€ 195,200
€ 78,600
€ 195,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 78,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster is considerably bigger in every dimension. It's 8 inches longer, 3.7 inches wider and 0.7 inches taller than the Chevrolet Corvette Convertible.
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
49.6
76.3
90.4
49
72.6
82.7
76.3 in
Width
72.6 in
90.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
82.7 in
49.6 in
Height
49 in
105.5
182.6
105.7
174.6
182.6 in
Length
174.6 in
105.5 in
Wheelbase
105.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
3825 lb
Curb Weight
3413 lb
4321 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3920 lb
Weight Difference:
412 lb
10.77 %
General
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
R197
Generation
C6
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Mercedes-Benz M 159
Engine Series
GM 6.2L Gen IV V8 Small Block
M 159.980
Engine Code
LS3
4
Valves
2
8
Cylinders
8
6.2 L / 303 cu in
Displacement
6.2 L / 303 cu in
563 hp
at 6800 rpm
Power
430 hp
at 5900 rpm
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
563 hp
430 hp
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
479 lb‑ft
at 4750 rpm
Max. Torque
424 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
479 lb‑ft
424 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Performance
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
197 mph
Maximum Speed
186 mph
3.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
4.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
174 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
62 mph
62
mph
mph
200 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
▶ REPLAY
6.79 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
7.94 lb/hp
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
6.79 lb/hp
7.94 lb/hp
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Fuel Economy
18 mpg
combined
18 mpg
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
18 mpg
18 mpg
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
12 mpg
city
12 mpg
25 mpg
highway
26 mpg
22.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gal
400 mi
Range
315 mi
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
400 mi
315 mi
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Environmental Impact
250.1 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).
253.8 kWh
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
250.1 kWh
253.8 kWh
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
496 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
510 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
496 lb
Maximum Payload
507 lb
5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
7.5 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
