2002 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (311 Nm). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | SLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |