2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLK | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |