2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | SLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |