2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
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 | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |