2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 330 E
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2146 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 232 km/hour 202 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.6 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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