2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | SLK | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
