2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2009 Porsche Cayman 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. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
