1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. Both 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 Nissan NP300 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | NP300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |