2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (174 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
