2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz G and 2005 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 585 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.
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 G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | G | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
