BMW 5 series 2003 vs Mercedes E class 2004
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 4.4 Petrol | 4.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (BMW 5 series) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes E class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 333 HP | 260 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 560 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 5 series engine produces 73 HP more power than Mercedes E class, but torque is 110 NM less than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 | 9.4 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 5 series consumes 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 5 series could require 240 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 630 km in combined cycle | 690 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 910 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 440'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW 6 sērija | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes ML, Mercedes S klase, Mercedes G klase | |
| 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. | |||
| BMW 5 sērija 2003 4.4 engine: The main problems with the N62 engine are related to malfunctions in the Valvetronic and VANOS systems. Fluctuating idle is usually caused by ignition coil failure, air leaks, MAF sensor problems or problems ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2003 4.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.84 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 5 series is 2 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 3 cm wider, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 540 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 20 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. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means BMW 5 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`195 | 2`360 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | below average | average | |
| 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. | |||
| Average price (€): | 4600 | 3000 | |
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