2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Convertible | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
