Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SLK | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 355 hp@5750 376 lb-ft@4000 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
|
Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 98.2 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 160.7 in | 161.1 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 70.1 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 51.0 in | 51.1 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3420 lb. | 3197 lb. | 223 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 37.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 52.5 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.0 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hardtop conv. | Ample leg room and headroom - up to about 6ft 5 is fine I'm 6ft3 and with the roof off I don't get too ruffled unless I go over about 85 mph Lots of other things to like (and the running costs arent too horrendous) but I'm limiting myself to my top three see full Mercedes-Benz SLK review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |