2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |