2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 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. Both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |