2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |