2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2004 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. 2004 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |