2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 180 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 539 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Seat Alhambra, 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Mercedes-Benz Seat
Model SLK Alhambra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.9 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 17.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2205 kg 1666 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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