2007 BMW 130 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
