2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | SLK | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |