2005 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
