Comparison BMW 3 Series Sedan (E90, facelift 2009) 320d (184 Hp) xDrive & BMW 3 Series Sedan (E90, facelift 2009) 320d (177 Hp) xDrive & Mercedes-Benz 280 (W124) 280 E (197 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | 3 Series | 3 Series | 280 |
| Generation: | 3 Series Sedan (E90, facelift 2009) | 3 Series Sedan (E90, facelift 2009) | 280 (W124) |
| Engine / modification: | 320d (184 Hp) xDrive | 320d (177 Hp) xDrive | 280 E (197 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2010 year | 2009 year | 1992 year |
| Production end: | 2012 year | 2010 year | 1993 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Num. of seats: | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 6.4 l/100 km | 6.7 l/100 km | 14.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 4.5 l/100 km | 4.6 l/100 km | 11 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 5.2 l/100 km | 5.4 l/100 km | 12.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.30 | 0.30 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 61 l | 61 l | 70 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 | Euro 4 | |
| CO2 emissions: | 137 g/km | 143 g/km | |
| Power: | 184 hp | 177 hp | 197 hp |
| Max power in: | 4000 rpm. | 4000 rpm. | 5500 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h | 224 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec | 8.2 sec | 9.1 sec |
| Torque: | 380 Nm @ 1900-2750 rpm. | 350 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm. | 270 Nm/3750 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | N47D20 | N47D20 | |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 1995 cm3 | 1995 cm3 | 2799 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l | 5.2 l | |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l | 7.5 l | |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | Diesel Commonrail | Multi-point injection |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharger / Intercooler | Turbocharger / Intercooler | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | ||
| Number of cylinders: | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 16.5 | 16 | 10 |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | All wheel drive (4x4) | All wheel drive (4x4) | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 5 | ||
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Length: | 4531 mm | 4531 mm | 4740 mm |
| Width: | 1817 mm | 1817 mm | 1740 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1989 mm | ||
| Height: | 1421 mm | 1421 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Front track: | 1506 mm | 1506 mm | 1501 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm | 1535 mm | 1491 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 140 mm | 140 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 460 l | 460 l | 520 l |
| Front suspension: | Independent, spring | Independent, spring | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Multi-link independent | Multi-link independent | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 2045 kg | 2045 kg | 2050 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1525 kg | 1525 kg | 1570 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Electric Steering | Electric Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg | 75 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m | 11.8 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg | 1600 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 745 kg | 745 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 205/55 R16 91V | 205/55 R16 91V | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | 7J x 16 | 7J x 16 |