2004 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
