2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X5 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model X5 E
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3222 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 229 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2191 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.4 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 80 L


 

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