2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
