2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |