BMW 5 series 2010 vs Mercedes E class 2009

 
BMW 5 series
2010 - 2013
Mercedes E class
2009 - 2013
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 3.0 Diesel3.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 258 HP231 HP
Torque: 560 NM540 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.3 seconds7.5 seconds
BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive.
BMW 5 series engine produces 27 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data7.6
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres80 litres
900 km with real consumption930 km with real consumption

Drive type

Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)

Engines

Engine production duration: 16 years19 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X6Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes S klase
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.91 m4.90 m
Width: 1.86 m1.85 m
Height: 1.46 m1.51 m
BMW 5 series is larger, but lower.
BMW 5 series is 1 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 5 series is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 560 litres695 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1670 litres1950 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 135 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. This could mean that the BMW 5 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes E class (by 280 litres).
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters11.2 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.7 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class, which means BMW 5 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Power steering: Electric power steeringHydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.
Gross weight (kg): 2`5202`565
Safety:
BMW 5 series scores higher in safety tests, but Mercedes E class is better rated in child safety tests. The BMW 5 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
low

average
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
Average price (€): 10 8009400
Pros and Cons: BMW 5 sērija has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • electric power steering
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
Mercedes E klase has
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • hydraulic power steering
  • higher children safety
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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