2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 454 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | ML |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |