2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. Both 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2000 Nissan Silvia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | Silvia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |