2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | SLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
