2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | G | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
