2009 BMW 120 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 69 L |
