Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.
Performance
Power:
95 HP
116 HP
Torque:
150 NM
220 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
17 seconds
13 seconds
BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 21 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 4 seconds later.
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 Mercedes E class engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
6 years
8 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Used also on BMW 3 sērija
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.
Hydraulic tappets:
yes
no
The Mercedes E class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.41 m
Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 8 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 1 cm higher.
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.
