2005 Marcos TS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TS | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |