2002 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. Both 2002 BMW 318 and 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 318 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18.5 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
