2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 BMW 320 (355 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |