2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | SLK | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
