2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | SLK | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
