2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
