2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 70 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 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model E E
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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