2007 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
