2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 155 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
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 Skoda Fabia, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SLK | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
