2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (271 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
