2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 645 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |