2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
