2007 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 Ford Edge, 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Edge | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |