2009 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 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 530 (500 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |