2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
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 | 189 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |