2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 525 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 525 E
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5497 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4869 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2873 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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