2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
