2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2004 Cadillac Seville 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. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |