2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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. Both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2009 Nissan NP300 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 165 kg more 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
