2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | SLK | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |