2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7

To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2012 Mazda CX-7 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. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2012 Mazda CX-7
Make Mercedes-Benz Mazda
Model SLK CX-7
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4681 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1646 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 69 L