2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 ML (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | ML | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
