2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 1 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TSO | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
