2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac SRX and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |