2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 877 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Coupe SLK
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 139 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 201 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 2052 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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