2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 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. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 605 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 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Astro | SLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
