2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
