2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |