2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 1996 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X Coupe | G |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |