2006 BMW 645 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 645 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 645 E
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.3 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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