2009 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 745 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |