2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLK | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |