2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 387 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, both vehicles can yield 315 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | Z4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |