2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (311 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Marathon | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3196 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
