2005 Mazda Marathon 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 Marathon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 124 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 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 Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Marathon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Marathon | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 10 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |