2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Baja | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
