2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |