2000 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, both 2000 BMW 318 and 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (181 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 318 | Vision |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 189 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 950 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |