1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 1999 Kia Sportage and 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 167 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sportage | SLK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |