2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Daihatsu Altis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. 2004 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Altis | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |