2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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 (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 706 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
