2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLK | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |