2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (361 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
