2006 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (303 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
