2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
