2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 864 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | SLK | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 20.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
