2009 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
