2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |