2009 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 750. 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 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |