2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
