2005 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
