2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2007 BMW 525 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 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLK | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |