2006 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.

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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 118 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 118 E
Year Released 2006 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 204 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1836 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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