2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. 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 (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |