2008 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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. Both 2008 BMW 328 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
