2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |