2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 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 215 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 120 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |