2002 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 332 | C |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |