2004 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (301 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
