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 @ 5800 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). 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 | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |