2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
