2006 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (410 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
