2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Convertible | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
