2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (360 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |