2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Pontiac G5 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G5. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G5.
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, 2007 Pontiac G5, 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 (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G5. (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SLK | G5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
