2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
