2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pacifica | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3951 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
