2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 11 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
