2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 697 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
