2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
