2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SLK | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
