2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1318 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | SLK | Defender |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
