2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne

To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 6 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 800 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
Make Mercedes-Benz Bentley
Model E Mulsanne
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 6800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 505 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 1018 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
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 2585 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5575 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1521 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3266 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 96 L