2007 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (138 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
