2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz C 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model C SLK
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 70 L


 

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