2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 8 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
