2013 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz E and 2013 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | E | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 6 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
