2007 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1890 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 | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
