2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X3 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |