2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1132 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | SLK | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |
