2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 BMW 335

To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2007 BMW 335
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model E 335
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 233 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 5.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 63 L