2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
