2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Tata E220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1996 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | SLK | E220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
