2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 634 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SLK | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
