2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
