2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |