2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 4 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 415 kg more than 2013 BMW X6 M.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | X6 M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4876 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |