2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X3 | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
