1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
