2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (167 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 252 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
