2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
