2005 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
