2008 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 BMW M5 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 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 33 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M5 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |