2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
