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 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 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 35 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 (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 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.
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 | 154 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 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 | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |