2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | ML | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
