2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (230 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | SLK | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2032 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
