2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SLK | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2930 mm |
