2006 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,221 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 630 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
