2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 788 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
