2008 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
