2007 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 would be higher. At 2,950 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
