2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2012 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
