2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental 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 Bentley Continental 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 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
Model | SLK | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |