2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (450 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panda | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |