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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |