2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLK | 1400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |