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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 70 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X3 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |
