2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | SLK | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 706 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
