2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model SLK SL
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 6208 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 518 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 631 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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