2000 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,220 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 520 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
