1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (229 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-01 | SLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |