2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Convertible | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 5.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
