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Mercedes-Benz SLK (2008) vs. BMW 1-Series (2011) Specs

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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 BMW 1-Series Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Mercedes-Benz SLK BMW 1-Series  
Engine 5.4L V8
OHC-3v
355 hp@5750
376 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
335 hp@5900
332 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 95.7 in 104.7 in -9 in
Length 160.7 in 172.2 in -11.5 in
Width 70.4 in 68.8 in 1.6 in
Height 51.0 in 55.6 in -4.6 in
Curb Weight 3420 lb. 3604 lb. -184 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 14.0 gal. 4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 38.6 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.2 in 54.0 in -1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.6 in 0.0 in 54.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 41.4 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.0 in -37 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 42.2 in -42.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 32.0 in -32 in
Total Legroom 42.5 in (over 1 rows) 73.4 in (over 2 rows) -30.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 6.5 ft3 8.5 ft3 -2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 9.8 ft3 8.5 ft3 1.3 ft3

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