2001 BMW M vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |