2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2006 BMW 5 Series
When we compare the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2006 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2006 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2006 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 2006 BMW 5 Series.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2006 BMW 5 Series Pricing
A used 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class ranges from $3,990 to $12,996 while a used 2006 BMW 5 Series is priced between $3,799 to $9,994.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2006 BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value and the 2006 BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 BMW 5 Series.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2006 BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2006 BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 5 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the 2006 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 215 horsepower. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. This gives the 2006 BMW 5 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 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:
3990 - 12996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3799 - 9994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 320 CDI, E 350, E 350 4MATIC, E 500, E 500 4MATIC, E 55 AMG
2006 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i
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:
268 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3703 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
189.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3428 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available