1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 217 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |