2006 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2000 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Insight | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |