2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
