2004 Honda Element vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Honda Element 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 195 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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 Honda Element, 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 (500 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |