2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (208 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
