2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 515 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2013 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
