2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
