2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SLK | Freelander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |