1995 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 945 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Land Cruiser | SLK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2431 mm |
