1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Caprice SLK
Year Released 1993 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 257 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2440 mm


 

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