2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2004 MG TF were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (311 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | SLK | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
