2002 Acura RL vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
When we compare the 2002 Acura RL's and the 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2002 Acura RL has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2002 Acura RL's and the 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2002 Acura RL is a better car than the 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2002 Acura RL vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
A used 2002 Acura RL ranges from $2,500 to $11,190 while a used 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $2,794 to $14,139.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2002 Acura RL’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 221 horsepower. The RL is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. This gives the 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2002 Acura RL. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2500 - 11190
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2794 - 14139
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Acura RL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RL Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2002 Acura RL Trim Levels
3.5, 3.5 w/Navi
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 320, E 320 4MATIC, E 430, E 430 4MATIC, E 55 AMG
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
231 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
221 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
232 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3920 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
196.6 inches
Wheelbase:
114.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3624 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
111.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16