1999 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1999 Toyota Vitz were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Vitz |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |