2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | SLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |