2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
