Mercedes SLK 2004 vs BMW Z4 2003

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Mercedes SLK
2004 - 2008
BMW Z4
2003 - 2006
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.8 - 5.42.0 - 3.0

Performance

Power: 163 - 360 HP150 - 231 HP
Torque: 240 - 510 NM200 - 300 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4.9 - 8.3 seconds5.9 - 8.3 seconds
In general, Mercedes SLK are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW Z4. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.7 - 12.07.5 - 9.5
Mercedes SLK petrol engines consumes on average 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW Z4.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.09 m4.09 m
Width: 1.79 m1.78 m
Height: 1.30 m1.30 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes SLK and BMW Z4 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity: 208 litres300 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
no data260 litres
BMW Z4 has more luggage space.
Mercedes SLK has 92 litres less trunk space than the BMW Z4.
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters9.8 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes SLK is 0.7 metres more than that of the BMW Z4, which means Mercedes SLK can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: ~ 1`761 kg~ 1`567 kg
Net weight:~ 1`372 kg~ 1`342 kg
Load capacity:~ 389 kg~ 225 kg
Mercedes SLK load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 42 procentiem more than BMW Z4. Therefore, Mercedes SLK is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no data
Quality:
high

average
Average price (€): 80008600
Pros and Cons: Mercedes SLK has
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
BMW Z4 has
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
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