2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 530 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
