2006 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |