2001 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota MR2 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MR2 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
