2005 BMW 630 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2005 BMW 630 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 630 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 630 | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |