2009 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |