1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 1999 BMW 5 Series
When we compare the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 1999 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 1999 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 1999 BMW 5 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class’s base engine makes 221 horsepower, and the 1999 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 193 horsepower. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. This gives the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1999 BMW 5 Series. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1995 - 10799
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463108
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.079842 / 10
Reliability:
8.739528 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12BMW 5 Series Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
1999 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
221 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
232 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
193 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3757 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
59.3 inches
Length:
190.4 inches
Wheelbase:
111.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
189.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available