2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 296 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 310 kg more 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 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | SLK | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 706 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
