1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 9 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 384 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |