2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |