2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| 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 | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
