2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
