2004 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |