2002 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.

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 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 330 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 330 E
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 421 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Top Speed 235 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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