2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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 371 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
