2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
