BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 50 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 180 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 6.3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.1
8.1
Fuel tank capacity:
65 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
800 km in combined cycle
860 km in combined cycle
1010 km on highway
1090 km on highway
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
560'000 km
560'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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.