2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 542 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Navigator | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |