2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 713 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
