2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 11 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
| Model | SLK | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
