2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 722 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
