2008 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
