2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
