2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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 E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
