2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
