2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 125 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |