2007 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 490 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
