2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |