2006 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 225 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |