2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
