2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 BMW 645 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 BMW 645 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 645 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |