1999 Mazda MPV vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2001 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MPV, 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MPV. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MPV | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | SLK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |