2003 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fit | SLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |