2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 206 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
