2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
