2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |