2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
