2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
