2001 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |