2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |