2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 BMW 525

To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz E 2011 BMW 525
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model E 525
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5461 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 383 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.5 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 255 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2830 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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