2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |