2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 135 | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 96 L |