2006 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
