2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 642 kg more than 2003 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
