2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
