2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |