2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
