BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 28 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 100 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds later.
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes ML, Mercedes R klase
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW X3
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.84 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.45 m
1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 2 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
540 litres
520 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
540 litres
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Even though the car is shorter, 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:
11.4 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.4 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes E class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight:
2`220 kg
2`155 kg
Net weight:
1`659 kg
1`670 kg
Load capacity:
561 kg
485 kg
Mercedes E class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 14 procentiem more than BMW 5 series. Therefore, Mercedes E class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
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.
