2008 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
