2005 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 316 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
