1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar 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 | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Interstar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
