2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 3,227 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 75 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 (500 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3227 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
