2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | ML | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
