2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |