2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series

To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2011 BMW 1 Series
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model SLK 1 Series
Year Released 2007 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4374 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2659 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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