2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 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 75 kg more than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
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 | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |