2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Enzo | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Enzo | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
