2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (311 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |