2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |