2007 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
