2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | ML |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |