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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 728 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm) has 133 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 | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
