2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
