2002 Toyota F-1 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, both 2002 Toyota F-1 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota F-1 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota F-1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 320 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota F-1 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota F-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota F-1 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Toyota Mercedes-Benz
Model F-1 SLK
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 234 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1290 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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