2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | SLK | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |