2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2033 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
