2006 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
