2005 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 318 | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
