2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz E and 2007 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP) has 294 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 523 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |