2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2003 Ariel Atom and 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 828 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom. 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 (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2003 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2003 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ariel Atom | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ariel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Atom | SLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |