1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
