2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 369 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E500 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 601 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 2288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2915 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |