1999 Honda Life vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | SLK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |