2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | SLK | Pajero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |