2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2000 Honda Z were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 143 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Honda Z 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | SLK | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
