2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 114 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | SLK |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |