2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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. 2005 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Studebaker | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2440 mm |
