2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |