2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 and 2005 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2005 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 2005 Mini Cooper
Make Mercedes-Benz Mini
Model E500 Cooper
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 77.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1919 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 50 L


 

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