BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 14 HP less power than BMW 5 series, but torque is 20 NM more than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.5
4.5
Real fuel consumption:
6.8 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
By specification Mercedes E class consumes 1 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 150 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
Fuel tank capacity:
59 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1070 km in combined cycle
1550 km in combined cycle
1280 km on highway
1400 km on highway
860 km with real consumption
1110 km with real consumption
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.87 m
4.90 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.47 m
1.46 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 3 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
540 litres
520 litres
Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes E class has 20 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.
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11.9 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.6 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes E class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
2`170
2`230
Safety:
BMW 5 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 5 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better
