2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vamos | SLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 88 L |