2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 120 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |