2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1249 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
| Model | SLK | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
