1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (5 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 336 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 626 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | SLK |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 5 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2431 mm |