2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLK | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |