2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLK | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
