2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
