2004 Eagle Talon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Eagle Talon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Eagle Talon weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Eagle Talon, 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 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2004 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2004 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Eagle Talon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Eagle | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Talon | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |