2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
