2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 1 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SLK | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
