2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Panda 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 169 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panda | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |