2004 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
