2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 709 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (311 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara 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 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Navara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
