2009 BMW 630 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 23 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 630 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 630 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
