1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (185 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
