2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW MM Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW MM Roadster would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (303 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM Roadster | GL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
