2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pickup | SLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4146 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
