2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 570 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
