1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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. Both 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2005 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
