2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | SLK | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |