Comparison Mercedes-Benz E-class (W124) E 250 Turbodiesel (126 Hp) Automatic & BMW 3 Series Convertible (E36) 323i (170 Hp) Automatic
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| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model: | E-class | 3 Series |
| Generation: | E-class (W124) | 3 Series Convertible (E36) |
| Engine / modification: | E 250 Turbodiesel (126 Hp) Automatic | 323i (170 Hp) Automatic |
| Production start: | 1993 year | 1995 year |
| Production end: | 1995 year | 1999 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 9.2 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel tank volume: | 70 l | 62 l |
| Power: | 126 hp | 170 hp |
| Max power in: | 4600 rpm. | 5500 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h | |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec | |
| Torque: | 231 Nm @ 2400 rpm. | 245 Nm @ 3950 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | OM 602 D 25 A / 602.962 | M52B25 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 2497 cm3 | 2494 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l | 10.5 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) | Multi-point injection |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 22 | 10.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 4 | 5 |
| Length: | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Width: | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Height: | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Front track: | 1501 mm | 1410 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1491 mm | 1420 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 145 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 230 l | |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | |
| Rear suspension: | Multi-link independent | |
| Max weight: | 2030 kg | 1805 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1440 kg | |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Cone worm with recirculation balls | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size: | Front wheel tires: 195/65 R15 | 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 15 | R15 |