2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 730 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
