1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
