2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
