2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
