2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SLK | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
