2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |