2001 BMW Compact vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (509 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compact | SLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1793 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
