2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL 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 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | SLK | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
