2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Altima | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
