2007 Ford Territory vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 2 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 611 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
