2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 59 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 380 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLK | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |