2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 318 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3224 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 479 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |