2000 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
