2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 765 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SLK | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
