1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | SLK |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |