2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SLK | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 706 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |