2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SLK | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |