2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2011 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 815 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | ML | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1951 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1862 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |