2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MRJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MRJ would be higher. At 2,032 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | MRJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2032 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
