1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
