2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Elise 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elise | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |