2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330.

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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 330 SLK
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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