1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 1998 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 1998 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | SLK | 306 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |