2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 562 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Neos | SLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
