2002 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
