2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | SLK | EX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |