2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 125 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |