2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Condor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
