2004 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 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 Vision (530 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | Vision |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
