2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM Roadster | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
