2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |