2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2001 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | SLK | I |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |