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 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |