2007 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |