1999 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 954 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
