2002 BMW 332 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 2 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
