2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 588 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |