2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
