2009 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 120 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1398 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |