2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 BMW X6

To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 3 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2010 BMW X6
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model SLK X6
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 480 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 779 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4879 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1689 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L


 

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