2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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 (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 118 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
