2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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 50 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1785 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |