2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 674 kg more than 2008 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 R (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | R | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
