2007 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X3 | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
