2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SLK | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
