2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model SLK SLR McLaren
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 617 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 780 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 14.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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