2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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 855 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. 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 (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1495 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
