2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |