2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |