1997 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mercedes-Benz V | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | V | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |