2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
