2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLK | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |