2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
