2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 833 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | NV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
