2004 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Isuzu D-MAX 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | D-MAX | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
