2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2001 BMW X Coupe and 2001 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X Coupe | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
