2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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 (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Mercedes-Benz Suzuki
Model SLK Kizashi
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L