1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Camaro SLK
Year Released 1996 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 228 HP
Torque 305 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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