2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 795 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | GL | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
