2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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 (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 318 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
