2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
