1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 1999 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SLK | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2067 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |