2007 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 530 C
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 239 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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