2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 120 | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |