BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 37 HP more power than BMW 5 series, but torque is 50 NM less than BMW 5 series. Despite the higher power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
5.9
Fuel tank capacity:
50 litres
68 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Dimensions
Length:
4.92 m
4.96 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.87 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.48 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 4 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
540 litres
530 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1470 litres
no data
Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes E class has 10 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The BMW 5 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.