2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 228 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
