1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 6 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 592 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Will |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
