BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 13 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 70 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.0
6.7
The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 345 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
65 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
720 km in combined cycle
1040 km in combined cycle
810 km on highway
1320 km on highway
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
480'000 km
560'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 5 series engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
8 years
12 years
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 5 series might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.78 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 2 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
515 litres
460 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 55 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.3 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series.
Mercedes E class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 5 series, so Mercedes E class quality could be a bit better.
