2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 320 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 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 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |