Instead of a manual, I would like an automated dual-clutch transmission like SMG, DSG, or F1. Its not nearly as smooth as a real automatic, but shifts a lot faster. What I don't like about the SLK55 is the delay between the time you hit the shift buttom and the actual shift.. it seems like its taking forever sometimes. On the other hand, it can work perfectly smooth in normal driving, which SMG simply cannot do. Unfortunately, you can't really have both...
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Originally Posted by cyberdrakon  a stock wrx STI would be hard pressed to beat the SLK 55 in straight line. most quotes are around 4.7-4.9 0-60 mph, while the 55 is 4.3-4.5. |
There is a thread on mbworld of SLK350 beating an STI from a roll, which is really a better match for it. SLK55 is on a whole other performance level and would absolutely destroy the STI from any speed period. SLK55 weighs about the same, but has 60hp and 75lb-ft torque advantage, at much lower rpm's with better gearing and RWD. High 12's VS mid 13's in the 1/4 mile... its really a no brainer. Even with 400hp tuned STI (chip + bolt on's), SLK55 would definitely take it from a roll. AWD does not accelerate nearly as hard from a roll as RWD, it would need 450hp to keep up from 120mph+.