2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Saturn Outlook were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook, 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 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2007 Saturn Outlook
Make Mercedes-Benz Saturn
Model SLK Outlook
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 228 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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