2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
