2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | SLK | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
