1999 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (450 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | SLK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
