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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 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 | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |