2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
