2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |