2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2009 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316. 2009 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLK | 316 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
