2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SLK | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
