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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 | 2655 cc | 2032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
