2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor. 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 Mercedes-Benz E 320 (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz E 320 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Kompressor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |