2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X Coupe | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 96 L |
