2007 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, both 2007 BMW 730 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 BMW 730.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2007 BMW 730 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 730 G
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 244 km/hour 173 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 2255 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 96 L