BMW Z4 2003 vs Mercedes SLK 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 192 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 245 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
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BMW Z4 is more dynamic to drive. BMW Z4 engine produces 29 HP more power than Mercedes SLK, whereas torque is 5 NM more than Mercedes SLK. Thanks to more power BMW Z4 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 | 8.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km | 8.3 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes SLK is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW Z4 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes SLK, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW Z4 could require 30 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW Z4 consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes SLK. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 610 km in combined cycle | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 790 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| 570 km with real consumption | 840 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes SLK gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 440'000 km | 440'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X3 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes CLK | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes SLK might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes SLK 2004 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ... More about Mercedes SLK 2004 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.09 m | 4.09 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.30 m | 1.30 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW Z4 and Mercedes SLK are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 240 litres | 208 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
260 litres | no data | |
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BMW Z4 has more luggage capacity. BMW Z4 has 32 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes SLK. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW Z4 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Mercedes SLK, which means BMW Z4 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`560 | 1`705 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | high | |
| Mercedes SLK has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW Z4 has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Mercedes SLK, so Mercedes SLK quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 8400 | 7200 | |
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