2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (311 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
