2008 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |